Sermons on Taps:

Baptism: Where We Have Been Silent Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Apr 18, 2003

The Third in the series on Baptism. Here we look at the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of the Believer.

There was a teacher who told her class that tomorrow for Show and Tell I want you to bring something that shows your religious beliefs. The next day the children were all there and the first little boy came up with a Star of David and he explained that he was Jewish and what the star meant to his ...read more

Scripture: John 1:32-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is The Role Of A Mother Today?

Contributed by Evie Megginson on May 7, 2001

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A MOTHER TODAY? A MOTHER SHOULD BE CHRISTLIKE IN HER BEHAVIOR, CAREFUL WITH HER TONGUE, CONSECRATED IN HER DRINK,AND A COMMUNICATOR OF GOOD THINGS.

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A MOTHER TODAY? TITUS 2:1-5 In Tyler, Texas, there is a tombstone which says, “Mahalita, the wife of R. Adkins, she was the sunshine of our home.” 1. Mothers, isn’t that the way you want to be remembered? You were the sunshine of your home. Billy Graham’s mother said ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Plug Into Power Series

Contributed by Mark Jones on Feb 23, 2009

this is a look at the vision of Zechariah-where is shown two olive trees connected to an oil lamp, as the angel explains its significance. We are shown the source of power for the Christian Life in this ancient prophetic vision.

Plug Into Power! Introduce the cast of characters and the scenario: Ezra (Scribe), Nehemia (Engineer), Haggai (rugged outspoken prophet), Zechariah (Prophetic Priest) Joshua (High Priest) , Zerubbabel (Governor of Judah). Zechariah 4:1-10 Now the angel who talked with me came back and wakened ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Came To Heal Us Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jul 18, 2001

A look at the facets of the healing Jesus offers.

Jesus Came To Heal Us What Jesus Came To Do - Part 4 of 4 John 5:1-15 When you look around at the people who attend church with you on Sunday, what do you see? Do you see impressive people, dressed in fine clothes who have it all together? Or do you see people in need of comfort; troubled in need ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Become Personally Effective

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 19, 2005

The acid test of how I am becoming more effective is ...

How to become personally effective Eph.4:25-5:2 Last week, we reviewed what it means to become effective for God, we discovered together many Christians are not living effective lives, and for the most part it is because they often stop at the law, when asked, why don’t lie, don’t murder, all ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

True Worship

Contributed by James May on Feb 27, 2005

What is true worship in spirit and in truth?

TRUE WORSHIP by Pastor Jim May In Psalms 122:1 David penned these words, "I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD." Are you glad to be in House of the Lord this morning? I want you to know that you are so very welcome to come and worship with us. I am so very glad ...read more

Scripture: John 4:3-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Authentic Relationships: Being Real In An Artificial World Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 30, 2009

How Christ’s friendship with His followers exemplifies the traits necessary to navigate our relationships through tough times.

We begin a new series today on relationships. Every human being is created in God’s image and is therefore a relational being. Since we’re relational beings, if we have any hope of joy and peace and happiness in life we need to know how to “do” relationships. The majority of good relationships ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Princes Son

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

The Princes Son (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: John chapter 4 verses 43-54. ILL: • In the for sale section of a local newspaper, was an advert saying;. • ‘Dog for sale, it eats anything and is fond of children’. • Now think about that for a moment; • And realize all that this sign is potentially ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Brethren

"Does God Want Us Miserable?" Ecc Pt 7 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 27, 2007

Does God make us miserable so that we cannot enjoy life’s pleasures. Solomon contemplates this question as he looks at his own life. The question could be phrased this way too, “Is there no such thing as happy ever after without God?” Many say that happil

“Does God want us miserable?” or “Is there a happily ever after without God?” Ecc. Pt. 7 Opening Illustration: How valuable is our time” from Blue Fish TV Hands on illustration - Do the timer – set it for 30 minutes! Thesis: Does God make us miserable so that we cannot enjoy life’s pleasures. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 6:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beyond All Limits

Contributed by Larry Elder on Aug 1, 2007

All of us have limits and boundaries that make us uncomfortable if we go beyond them.

Beyond All Limits Deut 30:11 Now what I am commanding you today is not too difficult for you or beyond your reach. NIV LWE ODC SEPT 04 All of us have limits and boundaries that make us uncomfortable if we go beyond them. • Personality types, • money limits, • knowledge, • wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Godly Financial Management Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 19, 2012

This is part one of a four part series on financial management. Part one focuses on how we should pay ourselves in preparation for our future retirement.

Godly Financial Management – Part 1 Pay Self Scriptures: Proverbs 22:7; Matthew 6:24; Luke 16:3-13; Romans 13:7-8 Introduction: This series will close out the multi-series that I have done this year on being a slave for Christ. In these four messages, I will focus on how we must take ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:3-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing Alone In The Gap Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 2, 2012

In this first lesson we are introduced to Elijah and to what was taking place when God called him.

Introduction: A. On Friday, this past week, I was still working out at Camp Hunt, and I sent Mike a text message with the title and text for today’s sermon: “Standing Alone in the Gap.” 1. Mike quickly texted me back: “Is the sermon about shopping alone at the Gap for ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Living Hope Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 26, 2011

Jesus is alive, so be sure and be glad today. Be sure of a glorious future, and be glad even in times of grief today.

Judy Packard of Lake Leelanau, Michigan, talks about the time her neighbor, visiting the Holy Land, sent a letter describing the beautiful gardens. Her 6-year-old mused, “I wonder if he saw the rose.” “What rose?” Judy asked. “You know,” said her child, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Holy Water!

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Sep 1, 2011

We must tend, we must nurture, we must care for the conditions in our lives into which the fresh, bubbling spring of the Holy Spirit flows.

Holy Water! John 4:4-15 August 21, 2011 Intro: Do you remember these (show picture of school water fountain)? Back in the day before bottled water, pop machines in every nook and cranny, water coolers with disposable triangular paper cups, or personal water bottles clipped to backpacks and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-15

Denomination: Baptist

Called & Planted By God

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Dec 2, 2013

We are called and planted by God , in the ministry and church we are in, for His plan and purpose to use the gifts He has given us in blessing the Body of Christ and to grow spiritually

Called and Planted by God Text *Gen 2:8 Amplified Bible (AMP) And the Lord God planted a garden toward the east, in Eden [delight]; and there He put H7760 the man whom He had formed (framed, constituted). H7760 (Strong's ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-15

Denomination: Pentecostal